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The second Russian-Chinese Summer School on Construction was held in Guangzhou, China, with the support of the National Association of Builders of Russia and the Chinese Society of Civil Engineers. Leading Russian architectural and civil engineering universities participated. Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University was represented by Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Civil Engineering, and Yuri Lazarev, Director of the Graduate School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction at the Institute of Civil Engineering.

The summer school is being held to strengthen Russian-Chinese cooperation in road transport, bridge, and underground construction, as well as joint activities to train personnel and develop innovative solutions in the construction industry.

On the first day of the event, representatives of the Civil Engineering Institute presented a joint report on "Problems of Ensuring the Safety and Seismic Resistance of Transport Structures." ICI Director Marina Petrochenko highlighted key aspects of transport infrastructure safety, including its impact on the socioeconomic stability of regions and the livelihoods of the population. Particular attention was paid to modern approaches to the design of transport structures in seismically active zones and the use of artificial intelligence systems for monitoring the technical condition of engineering structures. The authors also examined methods for ensuring the durability and reliability of transport facilities operating in aggressive environments.

On the second day, the participants visited the Faculty of Civil Engineering at Zhongshan University, which trains specialists in civil, hydraulic, transport, and ocean engineering. At a meeting with colleagues, Marina Petrochenko presented the development prospects of the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering and opportunities for collaboration between Chinese universities and the Polytechnic University through joint educational, research, and project activities.

The Russian delegation was treated to a visit to China's first national museum of tunnels and underground structures, boasting a 5,000-square-meter exhibition space and a 6,000-square-meter theme park. The guests also visited the construction site of the Mingzhu Bay Trans-River Tunnel.

We are confident that the experience gained will serve as the foundation for strengthening partnerships, expanding joint educational and research projects, and developing long-term cooperation between Polytechnic University and Chinese universities, concluded Marina Petrochenko.

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The qualifying round of the St. Petersburg Case Championship in Public Administration took place at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade of the Polytechnic University.

The Case Championship is included ininteraction plan The Civil Service and Personnel Policy Committee of the St. Petersburg Governor's Administration and SPbPU envisages the development of new forms of cooperation between the university and government agencies. This partnership is developing innovative information channels that highlight the specifics of the state civil service. Students are actively involved in implementing real-life projects commissioned by city government agencies.

This is the second time the Polytechnic University has hosted the championship: last year, it hosted its finals, which helped strengthen the partnership with the committee. The new season of the case championship aims to develop students' practical skills, foster their analytical thinking, and prepare them for solving real-world management problems.

More than 70 students from the Polytechnic University, representing 14 student teams, took part in the final round of the case championship.

A total of 25 applications were submitted for participation in the selection round from teams from IPMET, GI, and IMMIT, representing a wide range of training areas—from innovation and management to economic security and advertising and public relations.

Vladimir Shchepinin, Director of the Institute of Mechanics, Economics, and Technology, opened the event: "The idea for a case championship was born two years ago, and the first experience has already demonstrated high interest from students and a creative approach to solving problems in the fields of tourism and culture."

Igor Murashev, Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the St. Petersburg Governor's Administration, also welcomed the participants: "This championship is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in teamwork, project work, public speaking, and real-world analytics. These skills cannot be acquired solely in lectures—they are developed through practice."

The theme of the 2025 selection round is: “Development of mechanisms and activities to engage young people (14–22 years old) in the active use of the Pushkin Map in St. Petersburg.”

The teams presented practical solutions to the expert committee aimed at increasing the interest of young St. Petersburg residents in the city's cultural events.

Participants also participated in a thematic quiz on public and municipal administration, prepared by Grigory Kulkaev, assistant professor at the Graduate School of Public Administration. This interactive quiz tested their knowledge, discussed relevant topics, and inspired them to study public service.

The participants presented their project solutions to an expert committee, which included leading Polytechnic professors in the field of "State and Municipal Administration," as well as representatives of city authorities:

Igor Murashev, Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the Administration of the Governor of St. Petersburg; Maxim Ivanov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Mechanics and Technology for Promising Projects and Youth Policy; Olga Nadezhina, Acting Director of the Graduate School of Public Administration; Marina Ivanova, Associate Professor of the Graduate School of Public Administration and Head of the Educational Program "Public and Municipal Administration"; Tamara Selentyeva, Associate Professor of the Graduate School of Public Administration and Deputy Head of the Directorate of the Institute of Mechanics and Technology; Kirill Trofimov, Head of the Personnel Reserves Sector of the Committee for Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the Administration of the Governor of St. Petersburg; Olga Smirnova, Chief Specialist of the Department of Theater, Musical Arts and Cinematography of the Office of State Support of the Arts and External Relations of the Committee for Culture of St. Petersburg.

Following the qualifying round, the following teams received a winner's diploma and a ticket to the final:

"Bureaucrats with IQ" (students majoring in Public and Municipal Administration); "Orion" (a team from the Case Club SPbPU student association).

Participating in the case championship was a vibrant and invaluable experience for our team. The task of engaging young people with the Pushkin Map proved truly engaging and inspiring. We approached the task with enthusiasm, striving to come up with ideas that could be implemented. The championship atmosphere was very pleasant and energizing. We are delighted to be part of such an event and grateful to the organizers for the opportunity to showcase our talent, share experiences, and contribute to the development of cultural initiatives for young people," noted Orion team captain Daniil Plushenko.

The following teams were awarded prize-winning diplomas:

"Fun" (fourth-year students, Management major); "Presidential Regiment" (team of the student association "Public Administration Laboratory").

Maxim Ivanov, the organizer of the qualifying round and Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology (IPMET), summarized the results: The St. Petersburg Case Championship in Public Administration is more than just a competition; it's an opportunity for students to truly immerse themselves in the real-world challenges we face every day. What's important here isn't theory, but the ability to think outside the box, to see the problem from the inside, to ask honest questions, and to find practical solutions. We're not looking for templates—they've already been there. We need fresh ideas, unexpected approaches, and the vibrant energy of the younger generation. The key is to not be afraid, to speak up, to try, to make mistakes, and to move forward again. Because this experience is priceless.

Polytechnic University's collaboration with the Committee on Civil Service and Personnel Policy of the St. Petersburg Governor's Administration continues. The second cohort will begin in November. career guidance project "Smolny School".

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The 14th St. Petersburg International Gas Forum has concluded. This year, it was attended by 34,000 guests from 54 countries. Over 600 exhibitors presented their developments and achievements, including Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. 110 business program events and over 1,800 meetings were held at the business networking center.

SPbPU representatives also actively participated in the forum's events. For example, the roundtable discussion "Modern Challenges in Training Next-Generation Specialists for the Gas Industry" provided a platform for constructive dialogue between representatives of science, education, and business.

The discussion took place as part of the IV I. P. Afanasyev Scientific and Practical Conference "Development of Oil and Gas Refining Facilities and Advanced Hydrocarbon Processing Technologies." The conference was organized by Gazprom Pererabotka, Gazprom Pererabotka Blagoveshchensk, the Union of Oil and Gas Industry Organizations "Russian Gas Society," and EF-International.

The roundtable was moderated by Dmitry Tananykhin, Vice-Rector of the Empress Catherine II Saint Petersburg Mining University. He presented the results of the first phase of the pilot project "Improving the Higher Education System," aimed at updating approaches to engineering training and developing competencies that meet modern technological challenges.

Olga Onufrieva, Vice Rector for Strategic Development and External Communications at St. Petersburg State University of Economics, delivered a presentation entitled "Training Personnel for the Gas Industry: New Directions and Prospects for Interuniversity Cooperation." She emphasized the importance of networking between universities, integrating the academic and industrial environments, and developing programs focused on practical training for students.

Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University was represented at the roundtable by Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Lyudmila Pankova. In her speech, she noted that the university is actively developing partnerships with energy and industrial companies, implementing practice-oriented educational pathways, digital simulation labs, and internship programs with leading industry companies.

"Today, it's important for us not just to impart knowledge to students, but to develop their ability to think like an engineer, work on projects, and quickly adapt to the production environment. This is the only way to prepare specialists prepared for the real challenges of the gas industry," emphasized Lyudmila Pankova.

Representatives of relevant universities and organizations also took part in the discussion: Inessa Novoselova (Committee on Science and Higher Education of St. Petersburg), Vladimir Koshelev (Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas), and Daria Stepanova (Gazprom Pererabotka).

After exchanging views on ways to improve engineering training, develop networked technology platforms, and update educational standards to meet the needs of modern production, participants agreed that the successful development of the gas industry directly depends on the quality of specialist training and the flexibility of educational programs that reflect the dynamics of technological change.

Another event aimed at developing engineering education and strengthening ties between the university and industrial partners was the roundtable discussion "New Nuclear and Energy Technologies for Industrial Breakthrough," organized by the Rosatom State Corporation.

The discussion, moderated by Russia 24 TV channel host Artem Yamshchikov, included representatives from Rosatom, Gazprombank, Gazprom Neft, the consulting company Kept, and Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

Natalia Ilyina, Director of Scientific and Technical Programs and Projects at Rosatom, discussed the implementation of the national project "New Nuclear and Energy Technologies," which aims to strengthen Russia's technological sovereignty and develop new production chains.

Participants placed special emphasis on training technology leaders—specialists capable of managing complex projects in energy and industry. Polytechnic University Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Lyudmila Pankova reported that this year, Polytechnic University set a record for the number of applications for engineering majors—over 200,000. Interest in engineering education is the key to the country's future technological breakthrough, the Vice Rector believes.

The roundtable provided a platform for the exchange of experience between science, industry, and the financial sector, confirming the Polytechnic University's key role as a center for training engineering personnel for high-tech industries.

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The annual meeting between students and representatives of JSC Power Machines was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. Participants were briefed on the Student Design Bureau's (SDB) work and the requirements for the sixth intake of the program.

This year the project reached a new level: after winning the federal competition for subsidies in the Student Design Leadership track at SKB Power Machines – Polytech became part of the SKB "System Engineering" ecosystem. This structure unites student teams working on engineering problems with the primary goal of training motivated and qualified engineers. The ecosystem was presented to the students by the head of the Student Design Bureau "System Engineering." Alena AleshinaShe emphasized that the project includes several areas and cross-cutting trajectories for teams from different fields.

Compared to last year, the scope of work at SKB Power Machines – Polytech has significantly expanded. Three key areas have been established: SKB Power Engineering (gas and steam turbines, as well as hydraulic machines); SKB Electrical Engineering (a turbogenerator area has been expanded to include a hydrogenerator area, and a new area has been established for the development of electrical apparatus and electrical insulation); and SKB Mechanical Engineering Technologies (electrical and power machine production technologies for the Electrosila and LMZ plants).

This year, 21 students from the "Power Machines" program joined the program. They are studying programs in steam and gas turbines, electrical machines, and design and engineering support for mechanical engineering production. In their third and fourth years, they master vocational skills, after which they move on to more in-depth design and calculation problems. In 2025, the total enrollment across all programs will be approximately 40 students.

Each participant is assigned two mentors: from SPbPU – graduate students and faculty with experience in R&D, from Power Machines – active engineers and experts.

This is a unique opportunity for students to work on real-world problems in a professional environment, utilize modern educational facilities, and receive support in their research and practical work. Participants become part of the company's corporate culture and have the opportunity to accelerate their career development at one of the country's leading power engineering companies.

"We don't just invite students to the project; we give them the opportunity to launch a career as a future engineer," says Darya Lycheva, the project coordinator for Power Machines. "Here, they'll solve real-world problems, make mistakes, and correct them under the guidance of experienced mentors. This is the kind of experience that can't be gained from university lectures alone, and it's precisely this that helps our graduates quickly develop into professionals."

The next stage of the program officially begins in November 2025 and will last two years. Each year, SKB participants will complete a corresponding professional training program, eventually receiving diplomas upon successful defense of their final projects before the heads of relevant departments at Power Machines.

Each student signs an employment contract with JSC Power Machines for the duration of their participation. This allows them to combine study and work, taking into account their class schedule. From the first few months, participants receive a stable salary and additional performance-based bonuses. Additionally, a benefits package is provided, including voluntary health insurance, meal reimbursement, and a hybrid work arrangement—students spend part of their time at the university and part of their time at the company's production facilities.

Special attention was paid to targeted contracts at the meeting. For students who successfully complete the probationary period and demonstrate their commitment, the company guarantees a monthly stipend for the entire duration of their studies and subsequent employment as a Category 3 design engineer. In exchange, graduates agree to work for the company for two to three years (depending on their year of entry into the program). This approach ensures that the knowledge acquired at SKB is relevant to real-world engineering practice.

Success stories were a key focus of the meeting. One example: Polytechnic University graduate Alexander Yemelyanov began his career at SKB and, in three years, rose from a program participant to a second-category software engineer at the control software development bureau. Alexander noted that his experience at SKB helped him quickly adapt to the profession, taught him how to solve complex applied problems, and laid the foundation for his rapid career advancement.

The organizers emphasized that participation in the program is much more than just studying and working. Power Machines traditionally focuses on employee development and fostering a positive corporate environment. Young professionals participate in engineering competitions, scientific and technical conferences, leadership schools, and sports and creative events. All this not only develops professional competencies but also fosters the team spirit essential in a large industrial company.

Meet Day became the starting point for a series of events. On October 7, students completed an online career intensive, and on October 10, One Day Offer was held at the Leningrad Metal Plant—a day when you can receive a job offer immediately after an interview. Participants will then undergo three months of practical work, and in February 2026, an interim Demo Day will be held, where the students will present their projects and results to company experts.

SKB Power Machines – Polytech is an example of successful collaboration between university and industry, enabling students to launch their careers while still studying and take a confident step into the future.

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The Russian Ministry of Transport and Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University have signed a cooperation agreement, which will be a key element in the implementation of Russia's Transport Strategy to 2030 with a forecast to 2035. The document was signed by Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin and SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

The agreement aims to unite the efforts of the state and a leading polytechnic university to develop the country's transport industry, enhance its scientific and technical potential, and implement advanced digital technologies.

The cooperation includes work in several priority areas. Joint research and development work will be conducted with transport sector organizations, aimed at addressing pressing global challenges in the scientific and technological development of transport. Particular attention will be paid to expert analytical reviews of internationally recognized technologies and techniques, as well as experimental research in all modes of transport.

Furthermore, the practical implementation of research and development results is expected. An important aspect will be the creation and development of regulatory and reference information systems, industry databases, classifiers, and methodological materials that will facilitate informed decision-making in the field of transport development.

One of the most important areas of cooperation will be the training, retraining, and advanced training of transport industry specialists, taking into account the current and future needs of organizations.

The agreement opens new horizons for the development of Russia's transport system, uniting science, industry, and education to achieve strategic goals and improve the quality of life for citizens, commented Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin.

Key areas of joint activity include: research and development in digital technologies and intelligent transport systems; expert analysis on advanced solutions in automobile, rail, sea, air, and urban electric transport; practical implementation of research results; development of regulatory information systems and industry databases; and training, retraining, and advanced training for transport industry specialists, taking into account its current and future needs.

Undoubtedly, developing competencies in transport design and implementation is a crucial factor in improving the efficiency and sustainability of the road network in the face of increasing mobility, climate challenges, and technological pressures, emphasized Andrey Rudskoy.

Deputy Minister of Transport Konstantin Pashkov, Head of Rosavtodor Roman Novikov, and Rector of SPbPU Andrey Rudskoy also approved a roadmap for 2025–2030, including the development of research and development activities to improve the durability and safety of highways, the development of national standards and regulatory documentation, the development of infrastructure for driverless vehicles, and the training of engineering and technical personnel and road industry managers.

To implement the roadmap's activities, a Research and Educational Center for Road Pavement Modeling will be opened at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University within the Institute of Civil Engineering. Albert Bashkaryov, Doctor of Engineering Sciences and Professor, has been appointed as the Center's Scientific Director, and Yuri Lazarev, Doctor of Engineering Sciences, will be its Director. The Research and Educational Center for Road Pavement Modeling will be established to conduct fundamental and applied research in the design, survey, and calculation of road pavement structures; the assessment and construction technologies of highways, bridges, tunnels, and airfields; materials testing; and the development of regulatory documents. The Center will implement educational programs by combining the efforts of SPbPU's higher education institutions and laboratories to organize interdisciplinary workshops and research involving undergraduate and graduate students. The Center's activities will be aimed at developing knowledge-intensive technologies in accordance with the priority areas of the SPbPU Development Program, the strategy for technological development of the Russian economy, and decrees of the President of the Russian Federation in science and technology.

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From October 6 to 10, the St. Petersburg International Gas Forum (SPIGF) is taking place at the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Centre. Over the course of four days, representatives from relevant ministries and agencies, enterprises, universities, and research institutes will discuss the challenges facing the gas industry and determine its future development path. The Polytechnic University, as one of PJSC Gazprom's flagship universities, is a regular participant in this event.

The attention of the forum visitors is invariably attracted by stand of the Polytechnic University. This year, the traditional exhibition of engineering developments has been supplemented with a new feature: a strategic lecture hall. Part of the stand is dedicated to the developments of institutes of the St. Petersburg Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, headed by SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

A large team of Polytechnicians is participating in the forum: researchers, engineers, teachers, and students. Over the course of two days, the site saw active participation andRector of SPbPU Andrey Rudskoy.

At a meeting of the Scientific and Educational Interuniversity Council of PJSC Gazprom, dedicated to increasing the attractiveness of Gazprom Group companies for university graduates, Andrei Ivanovich delivered a report entitled "PJSC Gazprom and Petra Polytechnic: Nurturing Technological Leaders."

Strategic government documents clearly define the goals, objectives, and priorities facing universities: participation in national projects, development of advanced technologies, and training of highly qualified personnel. And the most serious task: all our efforts must be focused on the overall direction—from import substitution to technological leadership. And universities must speak their minds in a mature and competent manner. Therefore, the theme of my speech is not simply the training of competitive engineers, but the development of technological leaders, spiritual leaders, and team players who see themselves as active participants in the country's high-tech development. The cooperation between our university and Gazprom and its subsidiaries has been built on these very principles for many years. The university is a key center for training personnel for the fuel and energy sector, noted Andrey Rudskoy.

The Rector of SPbPU discussed innovative educational programs based on VR technologies, which allow students and employees of Gazprom enterprises to develop professional skills in an interactive environment.

The primary goal of technological development should be the emergence of competitive, science-intensive products and effective management tools at all stages of the life cycle. And today's engineering university is a fully-fledged link in the production chain, emphasized Andrey Rudskoy.

Alexey Miller, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of PJSC Gazprom, attended the meeting of the Interuniversity Council. He outlined the situation in the gas industry and made proposals for the meeting's agenda. For example, the head of Gazprom believes that specialists should be trained where they will work, directly in production, and that paid internships will be a good motivator.

Following the meeting, the Polytechnic University's rector visited a collective exhibition of Gazprom's partner universities, held working meetings, and signed several cooperation agreements.

Polytechnic University has established a partnership with TurboService Rus (CEO Oleg Shevchenko) to develop mutually beneficial collaboration in research and education, including the development of student design bureaus.

The plans include: training personnel in the field of "Power Engineering"; development of a joint Student Design Bureau; organization and implementation of internships and work placements for students, postgraduate students and university faculty at the company; joint development of promising educational programs and projects that contribute to improving the quality of training and demand for specialists in areas related to the development of the power engineering sector; joint research activities in the field of innovations in energy and mechanical engineering, environmental protection, labor protection and industrial safety; joint organization of seminars, conferences, round tables, symposia, exhibitions; consulting and exchange of expert opinions; advanced training, training and retraining of employees; joint activities to popularize professions in the power engineering sector, implementation of projects and programs for early career guidance of schoolchildren and professional adaptation of students and young specialists; joint participation in scientific, cultural and sporting events and much more.

Upcoming events include the opening of a renovated office building at the Institute of Energy.

Among the documents signed by SPbPU at the forum was an agreement with CLT Ural (CEO Evgeny Eremin).

The Ural Laser Technology Center (CLT Ural) specializes in multifunctional coatings; thermal strengthening and repair work using laser technology; powder and wire laser growth; industrial contract and experimental design 3D printing using additive manufacturing; and supply, maintenance, and training for high-tech equipment.

The Center actively interacts with industrial enterprises in the Ural Federal District and Russia, and collaborates with leading Russian universities.

The agreement with the Polytechnic University is aimed at strengthening cooperation between science and industry, in particular, developing scientific, technical, and industrial collaboration with the Laser and Additive Technologies Research Laboratory of the Institute of Metallurgical and Metallurgical Engineering of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University in the field of laser and additive technologies.

The joint venture entails that the LiAT Research Laboratory will carry out research and experimental work, including the development and refinement of process parameters and equipment for the Ural Central Laboratory of Laser Technology (CLT). In turn, the Ural Central Laboratory of Laser Technology (CLT) will be responsible for the serial implementation and industrialization of solutions developed at the LiAT Research Laboratory.

In addition, the possibility of supplying high-tech equipment created at the LiAT Research Laboratory to the production units of the Ural Central Laboratory of Laser Technologies is being considered.

At the end of the day, Andrei Rudskoy signed a cooperation agreement between Polytechnic and Gazprom Flot. The company's CEO, Yuri Shamalov, holds a PhD in economics and defended his dissertation at Polytechnic. His supervisor, Professor Alexander Ilyinsky of the Higher School of Industrial Management at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology of Economics and Transport, was present at the signing.

The agreement envisages collaboration in scientific, educational, and innovation areas, as well as in human resource development. Various forms of cooperation are proposed for this purpose: organizing practical training for students at Gazprom Flot; consulting; developing and exchanging scientific information, educational, and research literature; preparing and publishing joint research articles, reports, and books; participating in university events for Gazprom Flot specialists; engaging with the student community to recruit students; and joint presentations at interuniversity conferences.

Gazprom Flot LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PJSC Gazprom, established in 1994. The company's main activities include: construction of exploratory and production wells on the continental shelf; construction of offshore drilling rigs, specialized vessels, and other floating technical equipment; development and operation of onshore support bases and port infrastructure; fleet management and commercial exploitation; and environmental monitoring.

Polytechnic University and Gazprom Flot's cooperation plans include: organizing internships and placements for students, as well as their employment with the company; training for Gazprom Flot employees at the university, including advanced training and professional development programs, including graduate and doctoral programs. The agreement provides for the participation of company specialists in university events, such as Olympiads, open days, job fairs, and other events. In the field of research, it includes the preparation and publication of joint scientific publications.

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The Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport of the Polytechnic University, together with PAO Severstal, developed an innovative multi-track model for training research engineers in metallurgy and materials science. The results of the study were published inscientific article in the journal "Black Metals".

The new educational model includes practice-oriented training using VR simulators, the creation of specialized "Engineering Classes," and the organization of industrial internships at the company's facilities. Particular attention is paid to career guidance for schoolchildren and students at various levels.

"The developed model enables us to train specialists capable of solving real-world production problems," notes Pavel Kovalev, Deputy Director for Education at IMMiT. "Close collaboration with our industrial partner ensures high-quality training and the demand for graduates."

As part of our collaboration with Severstal, we are implementing an end-to-end system for engaging students in project-based activities, which facilitates the development of digital competencies and practical skills in future specialists.

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A new training laboratory for process control and monitoring using ABAK industrial controllers has opened at the Polytechnic University. The Kazan Scientific and Engineering Center "INKOMSYSTEM" (developer, manufacturer, and distributor of ABAK-branded equipment) donated six training stands worth 2.5 million rubles to the Higher School of Cyber-Physical Systems Management at the Institute of Computer Science and Cybersecurity at SPbPU.

In a lecture for students, Alexander Tyaplashkin, Director of the Software and Hardware Systems Department, discussed the Center's history, products, and services, as well as its consistent approach to import substitution in the field of automated process control systems (APCS) for its customers—manufacturing companies operating in the oil and gas, chemical, metallurgy, and other industries.

ABAK industrial controllers successfully integrate with Russian top-level systems, including the Alpha-Platform SCADA system from Tomsk-based Atomic Soft, the MasterSCADA 4D system from Moscow-based INSAT, and others. The INKOMSYSTEM Research Center also works in the promising and in-demand field of APCS—open industrial automation platforms.

In September, three VShUKS instructors went on a week-long business trip to Kazan, where they studied the operating principles of industrial controllers and ABAK measuring and computing systems.

Professor Vyacheslav Shkodyrev, Director of the Scientific and Technological Complex "Mathematical Modeling of Intelligent Control Systems," said that immediate plans include integrating materials on the new equipment into the educational process. The laboratory will also offer classes not only for students but also for those enrolled in continuing professional education programs—employees of industrial enterprises.

Vladimir Chernyavsky, Commercial Director of the INKOMSYSTEM Research Center, noted: "The establishment of a laboratory with our control systems equipment at the Polytechnic University will strengthen INKOMSYSTEM's position in Northwest Russia and, we are confident, will improve the training level of our customers in this region, as they will have the opportunity to take continuing education courses on the technical and software tools available in the laboratory."

Dmitry Arsenyev, Director of the Higher School of Computer Science and Engineering and Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, added: "We are grateful to the leadership of the INKOMSYSTEM Research Center for their decision to transfer modern domestic equipment to the Polytechnic University and look forward to developing mutually beneficial cooperation not only in education but also in the areas of industrial intelligence and hardware and software solutions in industrial AI, where we have significant groundwork."

The INKOMSISTEM Scientific and Engineering Center (Kazan) was established in 1991 on the basis of the NPO Neftepromavtomatika, which had been the leading organization of the USSR Ministry of Instrument Making in the field of automation of the oil and gas industry since 1959. Having maintained its scientific potential and close ties with leading design institutes, the company is one of the largest systems integrators in the Russian Federation and a strategic partner for oil, gas, and petrochemical companies.

Today, the company operates in five related areas: automated control systems, measurement systems and block equipment, analytical systems, ABAK software and computing systems, metrology, and service.

Turnover in 2024: RUB 9.6 billion, over 900 employees.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and the IBS Group of Companies signed a strategic partnership agreement. The document aims to comprehensively develop the training of highly qualified specialists for the Russian IT industry.

The agreement provides for the involvement of the company's leading experts in the educational process at Polytechnic University. The partnership will be implemented in several key areas. IBS specialists will participate in the development and review of core educational programs, as well as course curricula, to ensure their content fully meets the current demands of the IT market. The company's practicing employees will teach specialized courses and modules and participate in the professional assessment of students' knowledge through the National Voluntary Certification System for IT Specialists. The company will act as a partner in the federal projects "Personnel for Digital Transformation" and "Artificial Intelligence," providing training for Polytechnic University students at the Analytical Center under the Government of the Russian Federation.

"The signing of the agreement is an important step in developing the Polytechnic University's strategic partnership with IT industry leaders," noted SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy. "Combining the Polytechnic University's powerful scientific and pedagogical potential with the practical experience and resources of IBS will take the training of IT specialists to a whole new level, ensuring their continued relevance in the context of the digital transformation of the economy."

IBS's collaboration with Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, the country's flagship engineering education institution, will not only allow the university to test effective collaboration models but also to share IBS's cutting-edge educational programs, supported by the APKIT National Voluntary Certification System for IT Specialists. "I am confident that the involvement of key IBS staff in research and teaching will foster deep scientific and technical cooperation," commented IBS Managing Partner Natalia Pochinok.

The new agreement lays a solid foundation for long-term and mutually beneficial cooperation aimed at strengthening the business reputation of the two organizations and fulfilling the objectives set within the framework of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State."

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The All-Russian scientific and practical conference "Formation and Development of Endowment Funds in Educational and Scientific Organizations: Theory and Practice" was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. It brought together over 200 participants from across Russia.

The conference was organized by the Polytechnic University with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the St. Petersburg branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and the National Association of Endowments.

On the first day of the conference, leading experts and representatives from academia and business met to discuss current trends in endowment development. Elena Vinogradova, Chair of the Board of the SPbPU Endowment Fund and Director of the Department of Economics and Finance, moderated the plenary session.

Aslan Kanukoev, Director of the Department of Economic Policy and overseeing the development of this area, addressed the conference participants with a welcoming address on behalf of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. Kanukoev emphasized the importance of establishing endowment funds as a long-term strategic tool for the sustainable development of educational and scientific organizations, as well as the relevance of a comprehensive approach to studying, developing, and improving management methods for such funds.

Maxim Pasholikov, Vice Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security, delivered welcoming remarks on behalf of the Polytechnic University: "It's gratifying that the Polytechnic University is hosting a scientific and practical conference dedicated to endowment funds. This is an important step—the university is not only participating in the development of a culture of philanthropy but also engaging in research into this phenomenon from a scientific perspective. I'm pleased to see young researchers in the audience who are choosing the topic of endowment funds for their term papers, theses, and dissertations. I am confident that this initiative will not only contribute to the development of a culture of philanthropy but also strengthen the connection between education, science, and society. The relevance of these issues today is difficult to overestimate.

The keynote presentations at the plenary session focused on the past, present, and future of endowments. Svetlana Lavrova, Advisor to the Rector of the European University on Financial and Economic Issues, Executive Director of the European University Foundation, and Chair of the Board of the National Institute of Economics (NAE), a leading expert on endowment funds not only in Russia but also internationally, delivered a report titled "Endowments in Russia and Globally: Status, Trends, and Development Prospects."

Svetlana Golovkina, Head of the Department of Economic Theory at the Institute of Mechanics, Economics, and Technology, introduced conference participants to the development of endowments in pre-revolutionary Russia. Many learned for the first time that the tradition of creating "perpetual deposits" originated in Tsarist Russia and served as an important tool for helping those in need. Beginning in 1902, the Polytechnic Institute (as the Polytechnic University was then known) paid stipends based on the interest earned on "perpetual deposits" established by the Ministry of Finance, the St. Petersburg Exchange Society, and the First Russian Insurance Company.

A report by Marina Borovskaya, President of Southern Federal University, Academician of the Russian Academy of Education, and Chair of the Council of Rectors of Southern Russia, emphasized the challenges of developing endowments: the need to expand mechanisms for forming endowments, including the use of intellectual property and proceeds from the commercialization of scientific research.

Following the plenary session, the conference continued in four sections. In the section "Endowment Funds: From Origins to Current Trends—History, Development, and Promotion Strategies" (moderated by Svetlana Golovkina, Head of the Department of Economic Theory at the Institute of Economics, Methodology, and Technology, and Artem Klinitsky, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Law and Forensic Expertise at the State University of Economics), participants were able to explore the evolution of endowment funds in Russian education from their origins to the present day.

The moderators of the "Legal Aspects of the Creation and Development of Endowments" session—Olga Novikova, Executive Director of the SPbPU Endowment Development Fund, and Irina Tolmacheva, Deputy Director of the Endowment Formation Fund "Foundation for the Development of Social and Economic Sciences and Education" and Director of Legal Affairs at the All-Russian Foreign Trade Academy of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation—noted the participants' strong interest in issues related to legislation and its application to endowment funds. Real estate as a potential endowment asset became a hotly debated topic.

The section "Financial Strategies and Instruments for Forming Endowment Funds in Educational and Scientific Organizations in a Changing Macroeconomic and Regulatory Environment" (moderated by Yuri Kuporov, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Engineering and Economics at IPMEIT, and Anna Chizhova, Deputy General Director and Head of Corporate Clients at VIM Investments Management Company) examined passive and active strategies for managing university endowments, taking into account international experience and the possibility of contributing large equity stakes to university endowments. Financial models for their formation, along with economic and statistical verification of strategic decisions, were also presented.

Participants in the "Modern Fundraising Tools" section (moderated by Olga Kalinina, Director of the Higher School of Industrial Management at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology, and Elena Osipchukova, Deputy Director of the Center for Developing Partnerships with Alumni at the Ural Federal University named after the first President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin) discussed modern tools for replenishing endowments and current fundraising development trajectories. Elena Osipchukova also shared her experience engaging international UrFU graduates in endowment programs, while Marina Stupnikova, Director of the Endowment Fund at the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI, shared her experience developing the fundraising system at MEPhI.

At the end of the first day, a tour of the SPbPU History Museum was organized for external conference participants, led by the museum's director, Valery Klimov.

On the second day, the IPMET conference hosted a project session titled "Young People's Views on Endowments: Ideas That Work."

The event was organized by Olga Novikova, Executive Director of the SPbPU Endowment Fund, Maxim Ivanov, Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy at the Institute of Economics, Management and Telecommunications, and Tamerlan Tuganov, Responsible for Work with Youth and Alumni at the Institute of Economics, Management and Telecommunications.

The session was attended by 15 student teams representing various SPbPU institutes: IPMEiT, IE, IKNK, IMMiT and IFKST, as well as student associations "SPbPU Case Club" and "SPbPU Business Club".

The students developed projects aimed at developing the university's endowment fund. The work focused on three key areas: the role of the endowment fund in student life, new approaches to communications and promotion, and the development of an active student and alumni community.

The students received expert advice. The best projects were distinguished by their originality and practical applicability. Following the session, the youth teams "IKNK Rabochiy" and "Kogda IMMiT?" received support from the SPbPU Endowment Fund to implement their projects. Three other teams—SPbPU Business Club, "Natalie" (IPMET), and "Sportiki" (IFKST)—were awarded diplomas and commemorative prizes for their creativity and high level of preparation.

The project session demonstrated that students have fresh ideas and a strong desire to participate in the university's development. The endowment fund is becoming an important unifying point for students, alumni, and all Polytechnic staff, opening up new opportunities for joint initiatives.

A new experience in holding conferences on endowments brought together the academic community, student bodies, and expert community. A dynamic two-day discussion among all participants identified key issues in this area and proposed ways to develop endowments in educational and scientific organizations, with the necessary involvement of young people.

Since 2025, the Ministry of Education and Science's "Priority 2030" program monitoring system has included an indicator for the effectiveness of endowment fundraising. This has given participating universities an additional incentive to develop alumni communities, partnerships, and other mechanisms for increasing endowment capital.

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